Podcast Summary: The Rob Carson Show

Episode: Trump to Reclaim Bagram Air Base
Date: September 19, 2025
Host: Rob Carson (with guest Christian Toto, Hollywood in Toto)

Overview

In this episode, Rob Carson delivers a charged, satirical, and news-heavy Friday discussion. The show’s main themes include Donald Trump’s efforts to reclaim Bagram Air Base, ongoing controversies about Antifa and domestic unrest, the fallout over Jimmy Kimmel's suspension from ABC, and cultural commentary on media bias, late-night TV, and free speech. The tone is irreverent, firmly conservative, and peppered with parody and pointed criticism of left-leaning figures and institutions.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Donald Trump’s Comments on Reclaiming Bagram Air Base

[05:54]

• Rob Carson contextualizes deep veteran frustration over the Afghanistan withdrawal and lauds Trump’s new statement about trying to reclaim Bagram Air Base.

• Quoting Trump:

  "We're trying to get it back, by the way. Okay, that could be a little breaking news. We're trying to get it back because they need things from us. We want that base back. But one of the reasons we want the base is, as you know, it's an hour away from where China makes its nuclear weapons."
  (Donald Trump, 05:54)

• Carson’s reaction:
  “Wouldn't that be something else?... when we reclaim that base and they raise the flag... I will be there... as would they raise the flag. It'll be something else, won't it?”
  (Rob Carson, 06:34)

2. Antifa, Domestic Unrest, and Political Violence

[07:53]

• Carson rails against Antifa, describing them as violent militants empowered by weak or complicit Democratic officials.

  • Quote:
    “If you show up in an Antifa outfit or if you have an affiliation with Antifa, you're going to be investigated and you may be arrested.”
    (Rob Carson, 09:02)

• Guest: Carlin Borisanko (Gen Z reporter, infiltrated Antifa):

  • Antifa conducts organized training, including “combat trainings” and legal defense strategies; members often volunteer to be arrested.
  • Quote:
    “Antifa are anarchists. Their primary goal is the violent overthrow of the federal government. I cannot emphasize this enough. ... The real civil war we have coming is the radical revolutionary socialists and communists in Antifa versus the federal government.”
    (Carlin Borisanko, 11:58–12:19)

• Carson and Borisanko tie Antifa’s resources to mutual aid, George Soros, and Democratic officials who “let them out” after arrests.

• Framing: Carson casts Antifa and their alleged Democratic supporters as active threats to American order and ties these claims to broader accusations of Democratic attempts to undermine the Trump-led federal government.

3. The Political Aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

[14:47]

• Carson references the martyrdom of Charlie Kirk as a catalyst for “a movement around the globe toward God, away from totalitarianism.” He claims the left is using increasingly divisive language (“fascist,” “Hitler”) to justify escalation.

• Clips are played of various Democratic figures using the word "fascism" and equating Trump to Hitler, with Carson denigrating these as incitement.

• Notable exchange:

  • Rashida Tlaib heatedly accused of being “unhinged” and “uncivilized,” with Byron Donalds calling for her removal from Congress. (15:31–16:22)
  • Carson: “They see the blood of Charlie Kirk and they're doubling down on it. They want to start something. Guys, we only react defensively but it will be decisively.” (19:20)

4. Jimmy Kimmel Suspension & Media/Culture Wars

[20:49–31:56]

• Christian Toto (Hollywood in Toto) joins to discuss the fallout from Jimmy Kimmel’s removal from ABC following inflammatory monologues related to Charlie Kirk’s murder.
• Key points:
  • ABC was under pressure from affiliates and advertisers; Disney CEO Bob Iger wanted a public apology.
  • “Kimmel said no way,” choosing not to apologize. (Christian Toto, 21:04)
  • Carson and Toto stress that “Trump did not force Kimmel off the air” and push back against left-wing claims of government censorship.
  • Carson:
    “If you've got a restaurant and there's one dish on the menu that has caused food poisoning ... Don't you suppose to keep your restaurant in business you'd remove that item?” (24:21)
  • Both argue that the firing is more about economics and market forces than suppression of speech.
  • Toto points to media hypocrisy, recalling past firings or suspensions of high-profile figures for controversial statements—“ABC suspended Brian Ross for pinning a shooting on the wrong guy. ... They fired Limbaugh and Roseanne for racial stuff. ... ABC fired Bill Maher for calling the 9/11 hijackers brave.” (29:08)
  • The hosts contend that free speech applies to offensive content but also accountability, and they mock the claim that Kimmel’s suspension is a fascist move.

Media and Comedy Culture

• Carson and Toto lament the decline in comedy’s risk-taking, referencing cancel culture, the blacklisting of Rob Schneider and Shane Gillis, and Dave Chappelle’s resilience.
• Christian Toto:
  “We have to make sure we don’t fall into that trap. ... All [Kimmel] had to do is the night after [was say] ‘Listen, made a comment last night. I was wrong. … I am sorry.’ … For saying something that was completely inaccurate in a cruel way.” (28:21)

5. Pop Culture and Film Reviews:

[31:00–34:01]

• Big, Bold, Beautiful Journey: Review by Toto – “It is not a rom com. ... If you care about love and romance … I found it interesting. Reviews have been poor and it's not doing well at the box office, but there you go.” (31:00)
• “If you're looking for something different and thoughtful...I think most guys ... it's just not a guy movie by any stretch.”
• “No female character sings into a hairbrush, which is one of my biggest pet peeves...” (32:59)
• New sports horror film 'Him'— “Fresh and new and original but ... forgettable.”

6. Political Satire and Media Parody

[37:22] – Jim Gossett Parody Song

• Rob Carson closes with a satirical song mocking Jimmy Kimmel’s removal (“Kimmel, he is through, it’s good to see him go and lose his show”).
• Carson: “Embrace satire—only here, only on a conservative talk show.”

Notable Quotes / Memorable Moments

• Trump on Bagram:
  “We're trying to get it back because they need things from us. We want that base back. ... It's an hour away from where China makes its nuclear weapons.”
  (05:54)

• Carson on Antifa:
  “They're not going to do this crap anymore. ... You're gonna go to jail.” (09:02)

• Borisanko on Antifa:
  “Their primary goal is the violent overthrow of the federal government... people need to start taking this problem very, very seriously.” (11:58–12:19)

• Christian Toto:
  “Kimmel said no way... He just seems unable to apologize... He seems like he wants out, honestly.” (21:04, 30:03)

• On Free Speech and Cancel Culture:
  “Charlie Kirk was martyred for free speech. They're trying to martyr Jimmy Kimmel...” (25:15)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Trump and Bagram Air Base: 05:54–06:34
• Antifa overview (Carson & Borisanko): 07:53–12:35
• Charlie Kirk’s assassination, rhetoric aftermath: 14:47–19:20
• Jimmy Kimmel’s ABC suspension (Christian Toto): 20:49–28:38
• Late-night TV, cancel culture, comedy’s future: 28:38–31:56
• Pop culture and film reviews: 31:00–34:01
• Satirical wrap-up song (Jim Gossett): 37:22–38:24

Conclusion

This episode of The Rob Carson Show blends news analysis, culture war commentary, and robust conservative satire. The conversation centers on Trump’s bold foreign policy aims, accusations and critiques of Antifa and leftist escalation, and ongoing debate about the limits of free speech and cancel culture in comedy and media. The uproar over Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension becomes a microcosm of larger cultural rifts, with Carson and guest Christian Toto dismissing the narrative of government censorship, instead focusing on media bias and industry economics. The episode concludes with parodic sendups and predictions of a cultural tide turning against political correctness.

For further commentary, satire, and culture reviews, the episode also spotlights Hollywood in Toto and upcoming movie releases.